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Byron Joyner, MD, MPA
Jennifer Best, MD
Cindy Hamra JD, MA
Dear Resident and Fellow Graduates,
As you embark on the next chapter of your journey, we want to extend our warm gratitude and deep admiration for your dedication, perseverance, and unwavering commitment to your profession – and to your patients. Your time at UW School of Medicine has been marked by both challenges and successes, and through it all, you have demonstrated remarkable resilience and passion.
Throughout your training, you have faced countless obstacles, from demanding schedules to complex cases, yet you have met each challenge with determination and grace. Your tireless efforts have not only expanded your knowledge and skills but have also touched the lives of countless patients and their families. Thank you.
In celebration of your successes, we recognize the many hours of hard work, sacrifice and selflessness that have brought you to this moment. Your achievements stand as a testament to your dedication to excellence and your commitment to providing the highest quality care to those in need. You did that.
As you transition to the next phase of your career, may you carry with you the lessons learned, the relationships forged and the memories shared during your time here, remembering that your journey does not end here. Rather, your time with us has provided you stepping stones to a future filled with endless possibilities and opportunities for you to make a profound impact on the world of medicine.
On behalf of all of those whose lives you have touched, thank you for your service, your compassion and your dedication to healing. Congratulations on this remarkable achievement and, may your future be filled with continued success, fulfillment and joy. You deserve it.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Byron Joyner, MD, MPA
Vice Dean for GME and DIOJennifer Best, MD
Associate Dean, Accreditation and EducationCindy Hamra, JD
Associate Dean, Operations and Administration